Art Gallery of Hamilton

Art Galleries / Museums (Public)

Description

Founded in 1914, the Art Gallery of Hamilton is the oldest and largest art museum in the region with a permanent collection that is recognized as one of the finest in Canada. Embracing Canadian historical, international, and contemporary art, the collection consists of more than 10,000 works. You can see superb pieces by Alex Colville, Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, Emily Carr, James Tissot, Jean-Léon Gérôme, Gustave Doré, Norval Morrisseau, Keith Haring, Edward Burtynsky, and Kim Adams, to name a few. Whether you’re looking for a specific artist or spending time in one of our galleries, you’re sure to find works that inspire, intrigue, challenge, and engage you.

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Art Gallery of Hamilton
Art Gallery of Hamilton (Homepage)
Art Gallery of Hamilton
Metamorphoses: Visions of Antiquity in the Modern Era (September 27, 2025 - January 4, 2026)
Art Gallery of Hamilton
Taking Root: Recent Acquisitions (June 26, 2025 - January 4, 2026)

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In Canada, many small to mid-sized public art galleries, artist-run centres and museums offer free admission, with larger institutions often providing discounts or designated free-access times for youth, students, seniors, and others. Commercial galleries are generally free to enter, while outdoor sculpture parks and sites typically offer year-round access, encouraging informal public engagement with art in open-air settings. Check the venue website for admissions/access details.

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